The YALSA Diversity Taskforce is entering its third year, with an ultimate goal of helping to diversify YALSA's membership, as well as providing resources to help our members reach their Diverse Teen Populations. Members of the Taskforce will be regularly updating this page to include links and information to help you. Please check back regularly.

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The YALSA Diversity Taskforce is entering its third year, with an ultimate goal of helping to diversify YALSA's membership, as well as providing resources to help our members reach their Diverse Teen Populations. Members of the Taskforce will be regularly updating this page to include links and information to help you. Please check back regularly. [http://www.freebetsbetting.co.uk/ free bets] [http://www.eonlinecasinos.co.uk/ uk online casinos]

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== '''REFORMA and YALSA: Working Together to reach Hispanic Teens''' ==

== '''REFORMA and YALSA: Working Together to reach Hispanic Teens''' ==

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[http://www.reforma.org/ REFORMA] (The National Association to Promote Library & Information Services to Latinos and the Spanish Speaking) was established in 1971. Developing "Spanish language and Latino oriented library collections" is just one of their many [http://www.reforma.org/who.html goals.]

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[http://www.reforma.org/ REFORMA] (The National Association to Promote Library & Information Services to Latinos and the Spanish Speaking) was established in 1971. Developing "Spanish language and Latino oriented library collections" is just one of their many [http://www.reforma.org/who.html goals.] at [http://yourbookmaker.co.uk/bet365 bet365]

One of REFORMA's committees is called CAYASC (the Children & Young Adult Services Committee). The CAYASC site offers many links that will help you better serve your Hispanic teens. Below are some of these links described in more detail. In addition, the REFORMA list serve is open to all members, with many topics on Hispanic issues posted daily. You do not need to speak Spanish to become a [http://www.reforma.org/documents.htm member].

One of REFORMA's committees is called CAYASC (the Children & Young Adult Services Committee). The CAYASC site offers many links that will help you better serve your Hispanic teens. Below are some of these links described in more detail. In addition, the REFORMA list serve is open to all members, with many topics on Hispanic issues posted daily. You do not need to speak Spanish to become a [http://www.reforma.org/documents.htm member].

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'''Advertising and Promotion of Programs for Latinos'''

'''Advertising and Promotion of Programs for Latinos'''

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When thinking about [http://www.reforma.org/CYASCPromotion_Advertising.doc promoting] your program, use some of the resources and translations developed by REFORMA's CAYASC committee. The document has information on who to contact, as well as tips on how to go about the promotional task.

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*When thinking about [http://www.reforma.org/CYASCPromotion_Advertising.doc promoting] your program, use some of the resources and translations developed by REFORMA's CAYASC committee. The document has information on who to contact, as well as tips on how to go about the promotional task.

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*[http://www.entubiblioteca.org/ entubiblioteca.org] (this web site from ALA has Spanish language resources for both librarians and for library users, including free downloadable materials)

'''Latino Culture & Arts'''

'''Latino Culture & Arts'''

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REFORMA sponsors the annual [http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/awardsgrants/bookmedia/belpremedal/index.cfm Pura Belpre Award]. According to REFORMA, the award is "presented to a Latino/Latina writer and illustrator whose work best portrays, affirms, and celebrates the Latino cultural experience in an outstanding work of literature for children and youth." The Pura Belpre Book Award is co-sponsored by [http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/index.cfm ALSC](the Association for Library Service to Children).

REFORMA sponsors the annual [http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/awardsgrants/bookmedia/belpremedal/index.cfm Pura Belpre Award]. According to REFORMA, the award is "presented to a Latino/Latina writer and illustrator whose work best portrays, affirms, and celebrates the Latino cultural experience in an outstanding work of literature for children and youth." The Pura Belpre Book Award is co-sponsored by [http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/index.cfm ALSC](the Association for Library Service to Children).

The [http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/rts/glbtrt/stonewall/stonewallbook.cfm Stonewall Book Award] is sponsored by the GLBTRT, and is given annually for books that have "exceptional merit relating to the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgendered experience."

The [http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/rts/glbtrt/stonewall/stonewallbook.cfm Stonewall Book Award] is sponsored by the GLBTRT, and is given annually for books that have "exceptional merit relating to the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgendered experience."

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== '''BCALA''' (ALA's Black Caucus) ==

The Black Caucus of the American Library Association serves as an advocate for the development, promotion, and improvement of library services and resources to the nation's African-American community, and provides leadership for the recruitment and professional development of African-American librarians.

The Black Caucus of the American Library Association serves as an advocate for the development, promotion, and improvement of library services and resources to the nation's African-American community, and provides leadership for the recruitment and professional development of African-American librarians.

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Top Blacks.com. This is an excellent website profiling top Black leaders in education and a directory of universities and colleges across the United States.

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http://www.topblacks.com/education/

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'''About The American Indian Library Association (AILA) '''

'''About The American Indian Library Association (AILA) '''

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AILA was founded in 1979 in conjunction with the White House Pre-Conference on Indian Library and Information Services on or near Reservations. The American Indian Library Association, an affiliate of the American Library Association, is a membership action group that addresses the library-related needs of American Indians and Alaska Natives. AILA holds business meetings twice a year in conjunction with the American Library Association and publishes the American Indian Libraries Newsletter quarterly.

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AILA was founded in 1979 in conjunction with the White House Pre-Conference on Indian Library and Information Services on or near Reservations. The American Indian Library Association, an affiliate of the American Library Association, is a membership action group that addresses the library-related needs of American Indians and Alaska Natives. AILA holds business meetings twice a year in conjunction with the American Library Association and publishes the American Indian Libraries Newsletter quarterly at [http://yourbookmaker.co.uk/stan-james stan james].

While information on this group does not address teen/ young adult service issues specifically, list of outstanding books appropriate for middle school and young adult audiences. The 2008 winners included the popular YA fiction title The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie. See links below to review criteria documents.

While information on this group does not address teen/ young adult service issues specifically, list of outstanding books appropriate for middle school and young adult audiences. The 2008 winners included the popular YA fiction title The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie. See links below to review criteria documents.

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Library School Scholarship:[http://www.ailanet.org/activities/lss.htm] for American Indian/Alaskan Native students. Also includes conference travel grants.

Library School Scholarship:[http://www.ailanet.org/activities/lss.htm] for American Indian/Alaskan Native students. Also includes conference travel grants.

YALSA Diversity Taskforce

The YALSA Diversity Taskforce is entering its third year, with an ultimate goal of helping to diversify YALSA's membership, as well as providing resources to help our members reach their Diverse Teen Populations. Members of the Taskforce will be regularly updating this page to include links and information to help you. Please check back regularly. free betsuk online casinos

Alma Ramos-McDermott, 2009 Chair

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One of REFORMA's committees is called CAYASC (the Children & Young Adult Services Committee). The CAYASC site offers many links that will help you better serve your Hispanic teens. Below are some of these links described in more detail. In addition, the REFORMA list serve is open to all members, with many topics on Hispanic issues posted daily. You do not need to speak Spanish to become a member.

Latino Collection Development

To help with Latino Collection Development, REFORMA's CAYASC created a bibliography of YA titles that would be popular with your Hispanic teens.

The CAYASC committee also offers an Online Resource Guide to help librarians working with Diverse Populations.

Barahona Center for the Study of Books in Spanish for Children and Adolescents offers links to various sites where you can purchase books in Spanish for your Hispanic teens.

"What works for Latino Youth", a report compiled by the White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Americans, offers many resources for reaching Latinos. The section for Middle & High School Latino teens runs from page 16-29, while the Youth portion is found on pages 33-39. There are also Community resources on pages 49-63. Each site includes a program description, services offered, as well as contact information.

The Colorin Colorado site offers great tips to help ELL (English Language Learners).

El Dia de Los Ninos/El Dia de Los Libros (Children's Day/Book Day)Children's Day/Book Day, sponsored by REFORMA and ALSC, is another way to reach Latino Teens through reading. April 30th is set aside as a celebration of children, reading and families. The Dia site offers numerous Resources to help you reach your diverse teens through this celebration.

Advertising and Promotion of Programs for Latinos

When thinking about promoting your program, use some of the resources and translations developed by REFORMA's CAYASC committee. The document has information on who to contact, as well as tips on how to go about the promotional task.

entubiblioteca.org (this web site from ALA has Spanish language resources for both librarians and for library users, including free downloadable materials)

Latino Culture & Arts

Latinoteca: contains information on Latino Art, Music, Literature and History.

WebJunction & Spanish Speakers

The Spanish Speakers section of WebJunction's site offers helpful links for serving this group, including webinars, as well as translation and outreach resources.

Pura Belpre Book Award

REFORMA sponsors the annual Pura Belpre Award. According to REFORMA, the award is "presented to a Latino/Latina writer and illustrator whose work best portrays, affirms, and celebrates the Latino cultural experience in an outstanding work of literature for children and youth." The Pura Belpre Book Award is co-sponsored by ALSC(the Association for Library Service to Children).

CALA and YALSA (Chinese American Librarians Association)

About CALA

CALA is an ALA affiliated ethnic caucus organization that was founded in 1973. The organization objectives include enhancing communication among Chinese American librarians as well as between Chinese American librarians and other librarians, serving as a forum for discussion of mutual problems and professional concerns among Chinese American librarians, promoting Sino-American librarianship and library services, and providing a vehicle whereby Chinese American librarians may cooperate with other organizations having similar or allied interests.

APALA and YALSA: Committed to Asian/Pacific American Teens

APALA (Asian Pacific American Librarians Association) actively serves the Asian/Pacific American teenage population and recognizes the need to disseminate valuable information on Asian/Pacific American teens. APALA offers a listserv to its members where there is access to recommendations in regards to teen literature and programming.

Asian/Pacific Collection Development

Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature APALA gives a yearly award for excellence in Asian/Pacific American young adult literature. The literary awards committee, comprised of various professionals in the field of young adult library services, is dedicated to selecting awarded titles.

APALA Newsletter APALA publishes a newsletter four times a year. A featured article found on page 3-6 in the March 2008 APALA Newsletter(Asian/Pacific American Literature at a Glance), highlights a list of notable Asian/Pacific young adult literature.

Quantity and QualityQuantity and Quality: The Need for Culturally Authentic Trade Books in Asian-American Young Adult Literature, by Virginia Loh, presents a helpful model in identifying titles that are authentic to Asian/Pacific teenagers.

AsiaSource Access to current events, art/culture, and links to information on various Asian/Pacific countries

Asian-Nation Offers information on the history, culture, and issues found within the Asian Pacific communities

GLBT (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered) Teens and YALSA

GLBTRT The Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Roundtable site has many links to help you serve your GLBT teens. Below are some of these links described in detail. In addition, the GLBTRT list serve is open to both members and non-members. To become a member, just add the GLBTRT to your membership when renewing your annual ALA dues.

GLBT Collection Development

To help with GLBT Collection Development, the GLBTRT created a bibliography of resources that would be helpful to use with your GLBT teens.

The GLBTRT also offers a 2008 Rainbow List of fiction and non-fiction books, published from 2005-2007, to help librarians working with GLBT children and young adults.

OutProud: Some of their resources includes Oasis Magazine, an online writing community for teens with journals and poetry. OutProud also includes links to Online Brochures, Coming Out Stories, and more information to help your GLBT teens.

Live Out Loud: Organizes panel discussions for GLBT youth with "men and women in the gay community who are passionate and powerful in their life’s work, who are making a difference in the community and who are interested in sharing their story with LGBT youth." Live OutLoud also offers educational scholarships to GLBT youth who "take charge" of their lives.

QueerAmerica: GLBT Teens can search for support groups, clinics and social communities by entering their area code and zip code.

Advertising and Promotion of Programs for GLBT Teens

GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian and Straight Education Network) "seeks to develop school climates where difference is valued for the positive contribution it makes in creating a more vibrant and diverse community." To facilitate this, the GLSEN offers training workshops which can be planned with GLSEN, in conjunction with a local school system, and held in the library.

Stonewall Book Award

The Stonewall Book Award is sponsored by the GLBTRT, and is given annually for books that have "exceptional merit relating to the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgendered experience."

BCALA (ALA's Black Caucus)

The Black Caucus of the American Library Association serves as an advocate for the development, promotion, and improvement of library services and resources to the nation's African-American community, and provides leadership for the recruitment and professional development of African-American librarians.

Collection Development

A recommended reading list of African-American materials from the BCALA website, [BCALA.org].

Coretta Scott King Award, to commemorate and foster the life, works and dreams of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and to honor Mrs. Coretta Scott King for the courage and determination to work for peace and world brotherhood. This award is given annually to an African- American author for an outstanding inspirational and educational contribution, designed to promote better understanding and appreciation of the culture and contribution of all people to the American Dream.

John Steptoe New Talent Award, established to affirm new talent and to offer visibility to excellence in writing and/or illustration, which otherwise might be formally unacknowledged, and to encourage the artistic expression of the African American experience via literature and scholarly research, including biographical, historical and social history treatments by African Americans.

Top Blacks.com. This is an excellent website profiling top Black leaders in education and a directory of universities and colleges across the United States.
http://www.topblacks.com/education/

The American Indian Library Association (AILA)

About The American Indian Library Association (AILA)

AILA was founded in 1979 in conjunction with the White House Pre-Conference on Indian Library and Information Services on or near Reservations. The American Indian Library Association, an affiliate of the American Library Association, is a membership action group that addresses the library-related needs of American Indians and Alaska Natives. AILA holds business meetings twice a year in conjunction with the American Library Association and publishes the American Indian Libraries Newsletter quarterly at stan james.

While information on this group does not address teen/ young adult service issues specifically, list of outstanding books appropriate for middle school and young adult audiences. The 2008 winners included the popular YA fiction title The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie. See links below to review criteria documents.